The Solomon Islands, an archipelago in the South Pacific, are considered a true paradise for divers due to their diverse species.
General information
Geography: The Solomon Islands consist of over 900 islands with pristine coral reefs, lagoons and volcanic islands. They are located east of Papua New Guinea.
Climate: Tropical climate with temperatures between 25-30°C. Best time to dive: April to November (dry season).
Diving highlights
World War II wrecks: The Solomon Islands are known for numerous wrecks from World War II, including ships, submarines and aircraft. Popular wreck diving sites are Iron Bottom Sound and Tulagi.
Coral reefs: The archipelago offers spectacular coral reefs with exceptional biodiversity, including hard and soft corals. Well-known reef systems are the Marovo Lagoon and the Florida Island Reef.
Large sea creatures: Regular encounters with sharks, manta rays, dolphins and turtles. Whale watching is also possible.
Macro diving: For lovers of small creatures, the Solomon Islands offer rare species such as nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses and ghost pipefish.
Caves and canyons: Underwater caves and dramatic cliffs, such as those at Western Province and Mary Island, make for exciting dives.
Diving conditions
Visibility: Usually very clear, often 20-40 meters.
Water temperature: Warm all year round, usually between 26-30°C.
Dive in the Solomon Islands aboard the stylish Solomons Master liveaboard. This 37m yacht was purpose-built to offer keen divers a luxurious, spacious liveaboard experience. With just eight cabins and a maximum guest capacity of 16, Solomons Master offers an intimate environment with plenty of space to relax and unwind. Choose from Classic, Premium or Superior cabins with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers and individually controlled air conditioning. Divers can look forward to a spacious dive deck with individual gear stations, under-bench storage and a large boarding platform with a dedicated deco bar. The Solomon Master liveaboard is specifically designed to accommodate divers of all levels - from recreational to technical. Underwater photographers will benefit from a fully equipped camera station with multiple charging points, a dedicated rinse bucket and plenty of storage space. Outdoor showers are available for a quick post-dive shower and the alfresco dining options allow guests to enjoy the warm weather of the Solomon Islands. Enjoy three freshly prepared meals daily served in the spacious indoor dining room. Socialize with other guests in the large indoor lounge and bar area where you can relax with a movie or view the day's photos on the plasma TV. End the day relaxing in a lounge chair on the upper sundeck as the sun sets amidst the stunning views of the Solomons.
The Solomons Master liveaboard employs only the most experienced and friendly crew ready to make your dream diving vacation a reality. You can expect personalized service and luxurious amenities on the Solomons Master. You will be amazed by the spectacular beauty of each and every dive site. The Solomons Master travels throughout the Solomons, allowing divers to experience some of the most spectacular diving in the world. You will encounter pristine hard and soft coral reefs where some of the most diverse marine life in the world lives. Guests often see large pelagic species such as numerous sharks, rays, predatory fish and even the occasional pilot whale while diving with the Solomons Master liveaboard.
Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) 11D/10N
Some of the dive sites we visit include:
Russell Islands
White Beach
This site was the site of a major American supply base during WWII. At the end of the war, an artificial reef was created by dumping trucks, jeeps, tractors, bulldozers and large amounts of ammunition.
Leru Cut
Located just under 100m into the island, this canyon opens up into the jungle, providing spectacular silhouette photo opportunities. Outside the cut is a fabulous wall teeming with fish. Nearby is Mirror Pond with its many swim-throughs and Bat Cave with its resident colony of bats.
Custom Caves
These volcanic caves offer amazing photo opportunities when the sun beams through the rock. Lobsters, eels and rays are often found in the caves, while the entrance is covered in soft corals and fans.
Ta and Karamulon Point
Usually patrolling white and black tip reef sharks greet us here as they start their day along the wall. White spotted eagle rays can also be found in deep water.
Fish Market
The name of this dive site comes from the huge schools of fusiliers and anthias.
Mary/Mborokua Island
This island is characterized by an underwater point that often hosts schools of barracuda and jackfish. Explore the inlets and caves behind Jack Point or the Coral Gardens just below the boat.
Marovo Lagoon
This is a double barrier reef that is considered to be the largest saltwater lagoon in the world.
Other dive sites:
Kavachi Korner
Mbulo Island
Florida Islands
Tulagi
Twin Tunnels
Passage Rocks
Tanavula Point
Ed's Wall
During the cruise we organize at least one visit to a village where you can meet local families and see how the Solomon Islands live. The children come to play and love our gifts of school supplies. Check out our Pack for a Purpose program to see how you can help.
Florida and Russell Islands (Honiara - Honiara) 8D/7N
This route will be planned according to the weather and current conditions by our captain on site, but you can be excited because it will exceed your expectations.
This is what awaits us, bumphead parrotfish, bamboo sharks, marbled rays, nudibranchs, dusky sharks, jawfish, bubble coral shrimp, leaffish, porcelain crabs, pygmy seahorses, schools of barracuda, jacks and mackerel, whitetips, blacktips, grey reef sharks, turtles, octopuses, frogfish, manta rays, dugongs, banded pipefish, mandarin fish, wonderpus, Indian walkman
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Classic Twin Cabins
2 single beds Twinn, Ensuite bathroom, adjustable air conditioning, 2 guests
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Premium Twin Cabins
2 single beds Twinn, Ensuite bathroom, adjustable air conditioning, 2 guests
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Premium Twin/Double Cabins
2 single beds Twinn/ or 1 double bed, Ensuite bathroom, adjustable air conditioning, 2 guests
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Superior Double Cabin upper Deck
1 double bed, ensuite bathroom, adjustable air conditioning, 2 guests
Including: VAT, port fees, regional flights, tea & coffee, drinking water, wine with dinner, snacks, full board (all meals), dive packages, land excursions, cabin towels.
Mandatory extras: National park fees (175-250 EUR).
Optional extras: Tips, alcoholic beverages, rental equipment, Nitrox, dive courses (100-325 USD), laundry/ironing service (1 USD per item), Wi-Fi (70-175 USD).
Rental equipment prices:
Rental equipment is available on this ship. Please indicate on the booking form what you need. Details below on what is included and the additional prices.
- Regulator 12 USD per day
- BCD 12 USD per day
- Fins 5 USD per day
- Mask 5 USD per day
- Nitrox tank 25 USD per day
- Signal buoy 5 USD per day
- Flashlight 6 USD per day
- Dive computer 12 USD per day
- Full set of equipment (including: regulator, BCD, fins, mask, snorkeling set, wetsuit) 45 USD per day
- Wetsuit 12 USD per day